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Polish strawberry kissel for dessert

Polish Strawberry Kissel (Kisiel)

Step into the world of Polish desserts with our easy-to-follow recipe for the classic Strawberry Kissel. It's a simple yet delightful treat you'll love to make!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Eastern European, Polish
Keyword: Easy Recipe, Fruit Dessert, Kisiel, Kissel, Polish Cuisine, Quick Dessert
Servings: 4 medium servings

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 oz strawberries 1.5-2 cups or ~225g
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons of sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 5 tablespoons of corn starch

Instructions

  • Preparation: Gather ingredients, reserve ½ cup water, and combine strawberries, remaining water, sugar, and lemon juice in a pot.
    8 oz strawberries, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1.5 cups water
  • Cooking: Boil the mixture, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Blending: Off heat, blend the strawberries until smooth.
  • Reheat: Bring the blended mixture to a boil again.
  • Starch Slurry: Mix reserved water with starch, ensuring no lumps.
    5 tablespoons of corn starch
  • Thickening: On low heat, stir in the starch slurry into the pot until thickened.
  • Flavor Adjust: Taste and adjust with sugar or lemon juice as needed.
  • Serving: Pour into dishes and serve either hot or cooled.
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